Highway 78
Coverage of Highway 78 in the Nexus archive.
- Beulah residents demand disaster declaration after deadly flash flooding kills neighbor
Deadly flash flooding caused by weekend storms in Beulah killed 80-year-old neighbor Henry "Hank" Humphreys. Residents, already dealing with repeated flooding events including one since the Aspen Acres Fire, expressed feeling abandoned and exhausted. They are urgently demanding a disaster declaration from the governor to receive essential supplies and financial assistance.
- Heavy rain near Aspen Acres Fire burn scar turns deadly in Pueblo County
A man died Sunday in Pueblo County after being swept away by fast-moving floodwaters near the Aspen Acres burn scar following heavy rainfall. Search efforts, including drone teams and helicopter crews, located the deceased two miles downstream in a creek. Officials reminded residents to exercise caution during monsoon season due to the rapid and dangerous development of flash flooding.
- Man dies in Beulah flash flood following heavy rain
A man died in Beulah following a flash flood that occurred after heavy rain on Sunday. The fatality happened when he was swept away by floodwaters near the intersection of Highway 78 and Central Avenue.
- Man dies in Beulah flash flood following heavy rain
A man died on Sunday afternoon due to fast-moving floodwaters following heavy rain in the Beulah Valley and Aspen Acres burn scar. The deceased was standing near the intersection of Highway 78 and Central Avenue in eastern Beulah when the event occurred.
- One person confirmed dead in Beulah flash flooding
One man has died after being caught in flash floodwaters in Beulah, following a Flash Flood Emergency issued on Sunday afternoon. The National Weather Service reported that the area received between one and 1 1/2 inches of rain over an hour and a half. Rescuers located the victim two miles downstream from where he was near the intersection of Highway 78 and Central Avenue.
- Flash flood emergency issued for Aspen Acres burn scar
A flash flood emergency has been issued for the Aspen Acres burn scar, including Beulah, due to heavy debris flows on 12 Mile Road and Highway 78. The National Weather Service reported the emergency affects the northern and central parts of the burn scar.
- Flash Flood Emergency issued for Beulah and San Isabel, expires at 10 p.m.
A Flash Flood Emergency is active for Beulah and San Isabel near the Aspen Acres Fire, set to expire at 10 p.m. on Wednesday. Highway 165 and Highway 78 are closed due to water and debris, with floodwaters advancing toward Central Avenue. No evacuations are currently in place.
- Flash flood emergency issued for areas near Aspen Acres Fire burn scar
A flash flood emergency has been issued for areas near the Aspen Acres Fire burn scar, affecting Beulah and San Isabel. Debris flow and flash flooding are occurring, with road closures on Highway 78 and North Creek Road. No evacuations are currently in place.
- Flash flood emergency issued for areas near Aspen Acres Fire burn scar
A flash flood emergency has been issued for areas near the Aspen Acres Fire burn scar, including Beulah and San Isabel, with debris flow and road closures reported. The emergency expires at 8 p.m. on Tuesday, and residents are advised to seek higher ground. The Beulah Fire Protection and Ambulance District has listed multiple road closures due to water and debris.